Top 10 Drought Tips

Try these 10 Water Saving Tips to save water in the kitchen, bathroom, laundry room, pool area and lawn.

Saturday Smiles: Bottle-fed Baby Tiger; Hollywood Star Does Jury Duty; New Jobs Announced in Inland Empire

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Southern California Patch sites.

Obituaries, Events, Announcements: How to Post For Free on Patch

Patch is your community platform. Here's how you can use it to share your news.

Pre-Orders Begin for Anticipated Pink Ribbon License Plates

Fees will provide mammograms to California’s underserved women.

Fires, Earthquakes, Floods and a Tsunami Advisory: One Week In California

Mother Nature kept Californians humble as she unleashed a wide range of natural disasters across the state.

Saturday Smiles: UnBEARably Tasty Snack; Summiting Mt. Whitney; Southland Gets Drenched (And Loves It!)

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Southern California Patch sites.

How Dangerous is it Driving in California?

This year is shaping up to be one of the deadliest since 2007 and the economy is partly to blame.

Whale Trapped in Net; Wounded Blue Jay Gets CHP Help; New Home for Bay Bridge Chicken; Fatal Dog Mauling: All in Calif.

Patch has had a wide array of unique animal stories from around the state this week. Some of the photos are incredible.

Saturday Smiles: Tiger Cub Found in Neighborhood; Teacher Wins Millions in the Lottery; Deputy Delivers Baby at Car Wash

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Southern California Patch sites.

Did 14 Percent of California's Population Leave as a Result of the Recession?

New migration data from IRS tracked those who left and those who arrived

What You Should Do Now to Prepare for El Nino

Wildfires and drought have left California at greater risk of flooding during a monster El Niño, and experts say now is the time to prepare.

Playboy: California Sexiest State in the Nation

The magazine released the list of its top 25 sexiest cities in America, and the Golden State came out on top with cities on the list.

Labor Day 2015: Fun Facts For The Holiday Weekend

What's the history of Labor Day? Find out here!

Saturday Smiles: Local Competitors on The Amazing Race; Baby Bears Play in Yard; Mini Darth Vader Gets Pacemaker

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Southern California Patch sites.

Seven Sizzling BBQ Recipes

Just in time for Labor Day, here are seven amazing BBQ recipes that also happen to work well for a kosher kitchen.

Where, When and How to View 'The Great American Eclipse'

The first total solar eclipse over the United States in 38 years. But Californians: You'll need to travel to see it.

Which Two California Cities Ranked 'Unfriendliest' in State?

Whether you're in Southern or Northern California, the readers of Condé Nast Traveler ranked these two cities as the worse.

Saturday Smiles: Deaf Twins Hear For The First Time; Giraffes Fed and Named; Supermoon Saturday

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Southern California Patch sites.

Donations for Burned Dog; ATV Rider Killed in Collision With Horse; National Dog Day; Whale in Estuary: All in Calif.

Patch has a wide array of unique animal stories from around the state this week. Some of the photos are darling.

Picnic Like A Pro This Upcoming Labor Day

Here are our top summer recipes, including grilled fruit, fish tacos, wine potato salad. And tricks to slice watermelon and shuck corn!

You Won't Believe How Many Hours You Sat in Traffic Last Year

Los Angeles has the second-worst gridlock in the nation with residents spending days of their lives in stop and go traffic.

How Medicare Covers Diabetes: Get The Facts

Many tests, medications, equipment and supplies are covered. But, some items are not.

Saturday Smiles: Free Slurpees for Kids; Cop Ties Teen's Necktie for School; Rats! LA Makes Icky Top 20 List

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Southern California Patch sites.

WATCH: The 'Easiest Way' to Shuck Corn

We love this simple technique for shucking corn! Never fuss with those pesky corn silks ever again.

Abused Golden Retriever Has Third Degree Burns

The vet treating him believes battery acid or a similar chemical was poured up and down his back. How you can help.

Eew! LA Makes Creepy Top 20 List

Gorgeous weather? Check! Movie stars? Check! In-N-Out Burger. Absolutely!! So what could possibly be wrong with Los Angeles?

Saturday Smiles: Clear the Shelters TODAY; Teen Lightning Survivors; Get Your Refund!

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Southern California Patch sites.

Just In Time For Tomato Season: Panzanella Salad Recipe!

Warm garlic bread, mozzarella, basil, vinegar ... VERY easy!

Saturday Smiles: Surfing Pooches; Man Thinks He's Tarzan; Kids Win Championship

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Southern California Patch sites.

Saturday Smiles: Horse Rescue; Best College in USA; Aloha From Ed!

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Southern California Patch sites.

Endangered Otter Pups; Skunks Caught in Rat Traps; Multiple Mountain Lion Sightings; Cheetah Birthday: All in Calif.

Patch has a wide array of unique animal stories from around the state this week. Some of the photos are darling.

Saturday Smiles: Rollicking Endangered Otter Pups; Teen Hit By Plane Recovering; Who Left Their Rat on a Bus?

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Southern California Patch sites.

Are You Really Ready for the Next Big California Earthquake?

No one can predict when or where it will happen. Video of Napa's 6.1 quake from 2014 reminds all of us to make preparations now.

Saturday Smiles: Cheetahs Celebrate 1st Birthday; LAX Transportation; A Field Trip--to the Dump?

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Southern California Patch sites.

Shark Attacks Are Down in CA and Other Facts, Tips You May Have Missed

Shark Week is winding down and Patch has the top shark stories from across California, including recent sightings and useful tips.

Saturday Smiles: Spouting Whale Creates Rainbow; Momma Giraffe Kisses Newborn; Most Popular Cat Names

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Saturday Smiles: Summer Fun; Team Building; National Honors; and Pets Galore!

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Southern California.

Group Devises Nice Way To Tell Your Neighbors They're Water-Wasters

"Dear Neighbor" notes can be downloaded and left at the offenders' homes ...

Saturday Smiles: Record Set on Giant Surfboard; Humorous Tattoo on Wounded Warrior;

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Southern California.

Saturday Smiles: Pups on Paddleboards; Arnold Pranks Tourists; Mom and (Big) Baby Giraffe

Need a break from bad news? Here are a few of our favorite uplifting headlines and photos from Southern California.